If you are passionate about growing your local economy through entrepreneurship, then apply to be a Founder Institute Local Director today. Local Directors play a central role in their startup ecosystem, share in the value of the companies created, and become part of a global network of over 1,404 global entrepreneur leaders.

Based in Silicon Valley, the Founder Institute is the world's largest entrepreneur training and startup launch program. In just 5 years, we have launched 1,563 companies across 92 cities, and these companies have already created over 15,000+ jobs and have an estimated value of over $12B+. Our goal is to "Globalize Silicon Valley" and create sustainable startup ecosystems that will create one million new startup jobs.

2. Training: Aspiring entrepreneurs that are accepted to the program take part in a step-by-step, structured training program based on Silicon Valley best-practices.

3. Teamwork: All participants in the program share in the equity of the companies formed, which creates a collaborative ecosystem conducive to building great companies.

Our Local Directors...

Our 200+ Local Directors have great passion for startups, and helping local entrepreneurs succeed. Local Directors also tend to have strong connections in the local startup ecosystem, participating in various events and knowing various local startup personalities.

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Our Graduates...

The Institute has helped 1,563 Graduates turn their dreams into a reality. We help condition and prepare those passionate about building a technology company with our 3.5 month program that includes our company-building curriculum, expert feedback, and peer support.

Graduates

Our Network...

The Founder Institute is in 92 cities, 50 countries and has over 4,112 CEO Mentors. We have helped launch over 1,563 companies and as we continue to grow, we hope to launch 1,500 more in 2015. Be apart of our global network and help startups in your city.

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The Founder Institute is the world's largest entrepreneur training and startup launch program, helping aspiring founders across the globe build enduring technology companies. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 50 countries, the Founder Institute has helped launch over 1,563 companies in 5 years. The company's mission is to "Globalize Silicon Valley" and build sustainable startup ecosystems that will create one million new jobs worldwide.